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Belfast City Marathon
 News From: Monday, May 6, 2024
  Post-Race Review/ Results
   Belfast City Marathon 2024: The crowd of runners was so vast that it took 20 minutes to pass (News Letter)
The 2024 Belfast City Marathon was successfully held on Sunday, May 5, with 18,000 runners in all distances.
 
   Kenyans dominate Belfast City Marathon with record-breaking performances (Pulse Sports)
Mathew Kiplimo won the 2024 Belfast City Marathon in 2:14:44 while Beatrice Jepkemei won the women's race in 2:35:03.
 
Cincinnati Flying Pig Marathon
 News From: Monday, May 6, 2024
  Post-Race Review/ Results
   Flying Pig Marathon Twice as Nice for Jason Salyer (Warren County Post)
Jason Salyer won the 2024 Flying Pig Marathon in 2:26:01 while Olivia Anger won the women's race in 2:43:23.
 
 News From: Sunday, May 5, 2024
  Post-Race Review/ Results
   Jason Sayler wins Flying Pig Marathon for second consecutive year joining first-time winner Olivia Anger (Fox 19 Now)
Jason Sayler won the 2024 Flying Pig Marathon in 2:26:01 while Olivia Anger won the women's race in 2:43:22.
 
 News From: Wednesday, May 1, 2024
  Pre-Race Review/ Lineup
   Mural painted to celebrate Flying Pig Marathon (Fox 19 Now)
A mural was painted to celebrate the 2024 Flying Pig Marathon and highlight its significance to the local community.
 
Copenhagen Marathon
 News From: Sunday, May 5, 2024
  Post-Race Review/ Results
   Lee Wesselius top Canadian at Copenhagen Marathon (Canadian Running)
Here are the lists of top Canadian runners at the 2024 Copenhagen Marathon this Sunday, May 5.
 
Eugene Marathon
 News From: Thursday, May 2, 2024
  Post-Race Review/ Results
   2024 Eugene Marathon celebrates largest fields ever, raises over $233K for charities (KTVL10)
The 2024 Eugene Marathon was successfully held on Sunday, April 28, with 12,000 runners in all distances and raising $233K for local charities.
 
Geneva Marathon
 News From: Wednesday, May 8, 2024
  Post-Race Review/ Results
   4,000 on waitlist for 18th edition of Generali Geneve Marathon (Endurance.Biz)
Here are the interesting numbers of the 2024 Geneva Marathon on May 5, among them, more than 21,000 participants in all distances with 4,000 in the waiting list.
 
Georgina Spring Fling Marathon
 News From: Tuesday, May 7, 2024
  Post-Race Review/ Results
   Dozens hit Boston qualifying times at Georgina Spring Fling Marathon (Canadian Running)
Ric Mansueto won the 2024 Georgina Spring Fling Marathon in 2:47:14 while Ellen Guytingco won the women's race in 3:03:14.
 
Great Limerick Run
 News From: Sunday, May 5, 2024
  Post-Race Review/ Results
   PHOTOS Thousands take on the 2024 Regeneron Great Limerick Run in a sun-soaked Limerick City (I Love Limerick)
Tudor Mircea Moldovan won the 2024 Great Limerick Run in 2:24:10.
 
Kalamazoo Marathon
 News From: Sunday, May 5, 2024
  Post-Race Review/ Results
   Thousands of runners head downtown for the 2024 Zeigler Kalamazoo Marathon (News Channel 3)
The 2024 Kalamazoo Marathon was successfully held on Sunday, May 5.
 
Lincoln Marathon
 News From: Sunday, May 5, 2024
  Post-Race Review/ Results
   Both Lincoln Marathon Winners victorious in first-ever marathon (1011 NOW)
Jackson Caldwell won the 2024 Lincoln Marathon in 2:23:29 while Katie Spencer won the women's race in 2:42:50.
 
Milton Keynes Marathon
 News From: Wednesday, May 8, 2024
  Post-Race Review/ Results
   Cotswold athlete achieves incredible 1000 Marathons World Record at Milton Keynes Marathon (mkfm)
Steve Edwards achieved a new Guinness World Records title for the "fastest aggregate time to run 1000 marathons" at the 2024 Milton Keynes Marathon on Monday, May 6.
 
OC Marathon
 News From: Wednesday, May 8, 2024
  Post-Race Review/ Results
   OC Marathon: California marathon winner DQ'd after accepting aid on the course (Canadian Running)
Esteban Prado was disqualified as winner of the 2024 OC Marathon after a footage showed he received water from his dad, a violation in the USATF rulebook.
 
 News From: Monday, May 6, 2024
  Post-Race Review/ Results
   OC Marathon men's winner disqualified for taking water from family during race (ABC 7)
Esteban Prado who finished the 2024 OC Marathon in 2:24:54 was disqualified after taking water from a family member during the race.
 
Odds And Ends
 News From: Wednesday, May 8, 2024
  Pre-Race Review/ Lineup
   Could your sports bra be causing your knee pain? (Canadian Running)
Recent study has shown that a supportive bra not only adds comfort but may prevent ACL injuries women are prone to.
 
 News From: Tuesday, May 7, 2024
  Human Interest Story
   Eliud Kipchoge breaks silence on accusations about Kiptum's death & ensuing social media attacks (Pulse Sports)
Eliud Kipchoge revealed being fearful for the safety of his family after Kiptum's death.
 
Olympics 2024 (Men)
 News From: Tuesday, May 7, 2024
  Pre-Race Review/ Lineup
   Geoffrey Kamworor finally reacts after missing final Kenyan marathon squad at Paris Olympics (Pulse Sports)
Geoffrey Kamworor, grappling with injury lately, hopes to be part of the Olympics in the future.
 
 News From: Thursday, May 2, 2024
  Pre-Race Review/ Lineup
   Kenenisa Bekele named to Ethiopian Olympic marathon team (Canadian Running)
The Ethiopian marathon team for the Paris Olympics have been announced: Kenenisa Bekele, Sisay Lemma and Tamirat Tola for the men; Tigist Assefa, Amane Beriso and Gotytom Gebreslase.
 
   Benson Kipruto out to torment Eliud Kipchoge as he reveals main goal at Paris 2024 Olympics (Pulse Sports)
While Eliud Kipchoge will be gunning for his third Olympic marathon title, Benson Kipruto is aiming for his first.
 
   The many Olympic firsts that await Kenya's marathon team in Paris (Pulse Sports)
The Kenya marathon team for the Paris Olympics will have a lot of firsts - if successful, first man winning three consecutive gold medals, first woman in a back-to-back win and first participation for most athletes.
 
 News From: Wednesday, May 1, 2024
  Pre-Race Review/ Lineup
   Eliud Kipchoge named to his fifth Kenyan Olympic team (Canadian Running)
Eliud Kipchoge is off to his fifth Olympic Games for Kenya, aiming to win his third consecutive gold medal in the marathon.
 
   Will only three marathoners represent Canada at 2024 Paris Olympics? (Canadian Running)
Only three Canadian marathon runners have qualified for the 2024 Paris Olympics and a number of athletes will aim for the rest of the spots this weekend before the qualification window closes.
 
   Paris Olympics: Kipchoge ,Jepchirchir headline final list of team Kenya marathon squad (tv47 digital)
Athletic Kenya announced its final list of marathon runners for the Paris Olympics: Eliud Kipchoge, Benson Kipruto and Alex Mutiso for the men; Peres Jepchirchir, `Hellen Obiri and `Brigid Kosgei for the women.
 
   Athletics Integrity Unit introduces ruthless testing method to catch drug cheats ahead of Olympic games (Pulse Sports)
The Athletics Integrity Unit implemented a series of measures to ensure fair competition before the Paris Olympics.
 
Olympics 2024 (Women)
 News From: Friday, May 3, 2024
  Pre-Race Review/ Lineup
   U.S. star Emma Coburn to miss Olympics with broken ankle (Canadian Running)
Emma Coburn will miss the Paris Olympics, her fourth, due to a broken ankle.
 
Pittsburgh Marathon
 News From: Thursday, May 2, 2024
  Pre-Race Review/ Lineup
   Keeping 42K runners safe: Months of prep go into the Pittsburgh Marathon (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette)
A quick look at the preparations for the 2024 Pittsburgh Marathon on Sunday, May 5.
 
 News From: Wednesday, May 1, 2024
  Pre-Race Review/ Lineup
   What to know about the Dick's Sporting Goods Pittsburgh Marathon (TribLive)
The 2024 Pittsburgh Marathon will be held on Sunday, May 5, with 42,000 participants in all distances.
 
   Pittsburgh Marathon weekend: What you should know (4 ABC WTAE)
A quick guide to the 2024 Pittsburgh Marathon on Sunday, May 5.
 
Prague International Marathon
 News From: Sunday, May 5, 2024
  Post-Race Review/ Results
   Lemi Berhanu Hayle wins Prague international marathon, Bedatu Hirpa Badane claims women's race (Newsday)
Lemi Berhanu Hayle of Ethiopia won the 2024 Prague International Marathon in 2:08:44.
 

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